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1966
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2021
John Williams Obituary
John Wayne Williams
March 17, 1966 – October 15, 2021
In memoriam of John Wayne Williams. On October 15th, 2021, John lost his battle against COVID with his family by his side. He leaves behind his partner and best friend, his two children, two siblings, his grandchildren he adored, aunts, uncles, cousins, nieces, nephews, and countless numbers of friends.
John made a friend everywhere he went, we called him our social butterfly, and he was always willing to help anyone in need. He had an endless amount of people who knew him and loved him. Everyone was always welcome at his home with a cold beer waiting for them. He was an avid outdoorsman and enjoyed hunting, camping, side-by-side riding, golfing, and any activity that required being outdoors. He loved riding motorcycles and Kawasaki of course was the only model ever made.
John worked for several mines during his career with his last being with 3-Rivers Drilling and Blasting Company as a Supervisor. He loved what he did and he also owned his own business providing MSHA training.
John is survived by his partner Micki Wines, his son Michael (Monique) Williams, daughter Ashley (CJ) Brown, stepson's Josh and Tate Wines, brother Rod (Joyce) Williams, sister Tonya (Chad) Ogden, grandson's Ty, Gage, and N'Kai, and granddaughters Gracie, Emma, Evan, Sekoya, and Nokomi.
He is preceded in death by his parents Alfred (Ace) and Sandra Williams, and John Thrasher (father).
A Celebration of Life is planned for Friday, November 19th, at 2 pm and will be held at the Ely Elks Lodge located at 694 Campton Street. Ely, Nevada.
We love you, we will miss you so very much, and you will never be forgotten.
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Don Evans
April 19, 2022
So sorry to learn of John's passing. He was a good friend and I will sorely miss him.
Mae
November 23, 2021
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
Tonya Williams Ogden
November 17, 2021
Thank you all for your kind messages. I sure miss my big brother. Gone way too soon
Dana Stark
November 12, 2021
You were always one of my favorite nephews. I will never forget the times you baby sat Brittnie as a baby. The few times I was in Ely and saw you I was so happy to spend sometime together. You are in a wonderful place now. No more illness no more worries. Bless you and your kids and grandchildren. will always love you and think about you with my heart.
Amy Symes
November 11, 2021
I'm so very sorry for your loss. I met John through work. He was always so nice when I saw him. He will be missed. Prayers for his family.
Douglas J. Thomsen
November 10, 2021
I had thought of John last month, very sorry to hear of his passing. We worked together 15 years at Bald Mountain. I will miss his visits in Elko. He is a good friend! DJT.
Bryan Horton
November 8, 2021
John taught me how to ride my first Motorcycle when we were just kids in Ely . Prayers for his family at this difficult time .
Joyce Ellison
November 5, 2021
Micki & Family
So sorry to hear of you loss. Know that we are thinking & praying for you all. Loss of a loved one really stinks.. May God heal all of your broken hearts in time. Jimmy & Joyce Ellison (Elko)
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